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| − | {{otheruses|the | + | {{otheruses|the 35-ton BattleMech|other uses|Stiletto}} |
{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Stiletto_FMLA.jpg | + | |image = Stiletto_FMLA.jpg |
| − | |name=''Stiletto'' | + | |name = ''Stiletto'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name= | + | |manufacturer = [[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name=TRJp62f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 62–63: "STO-4A Stiletto"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3067 --> |
| − | |production year=3061 | + | |production year = 3061 |
| − | |year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5131/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference = <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5131/ MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |model=STO-4A | + | |model = STO-4A<ref name=TRJp62f /> |
| − | |class=Light | + | |class = Light |
| − | |cost= 5,167,125 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> | + | |cost = 5,167,125 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> |
| − | |Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]] | + | |Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] |
| − | |mech type=BattleMech | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |feet=2 | + | |feet = 2 |
| − | |mass=35 | + | |mass = 35 |
| − | |chassis=[[MatherTech 750]] [[endo steel]] | + | |chassis = [[MatherTech 750]] <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[endo steel]]<nowiki>]</nowiki> <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | |armor=[[Lexington Ltd. High Grade]] [[ | + | |armor = [[Lexington Ltd. High Grade Ferro-Fibrous]] with [[CASE]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | |engine=[[VOX 280]] | + | |engine = [[VOX 280 Light Engine]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | |comsys=[[Cyclops 14]] | + | |comsys = [[Cyclops 14]] with [[Guardian ECM suite]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | |T&T=Cyclops- | + | |T&T = [[Cyclops-Beagle]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] | + | |heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | |speed=129 | + | |speed = 129 <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRJp62f /> --> |
| − | * 2x [[Streak SRM-2]] | + | * 2x [[Streak SRM-2]] |
* 1x [[LRM-5]] | * 1x [[LRM-5]] | ||
* 1x [[Guardian ECM suite]] | * 1x [[Guardian ECM suite]] | ||
|BV (1.0) = 746<ref name="COp132">''Combat Operations'', p. 132: "Force Faction Tables"</ref> | |BV (1.0) = 746<ref name="COp132">''Combat Operations'', p. 132: "Force Faction Tables"</ref> | ||
| − | |BV (2.0) = 859<ref name= | + | |BV (2.0) = 859<ref name=TRJp62f /><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 85</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | The '''''Stiletto''''' was engineered in a similar vein as the ''[[Black Hawk-KU]]'' or the ''[[Rakshasa]]'', using examples of ''[[Fire Falcon]]'' [[OmniMech]]s salvaged from the battlefield immediately following the [[Jade Falcon Incursion (3058)|Battle of Coventry]]. Not only does the ''Stiletto'' have an identical speed profile as the ''Fire Falcon'', thanks to a [[VOX 280]] [[light engine]] giving it a top speed of 129.6 km/h, but it also has an almost identical visual profile to the 'Mech which it tries to emulate. Supporting this is a lightweight [[MatherTech 750]] [[endo steel]] chassis that supports six tons of [[Lexington Ltd. High Grade]] [[ferro-fibrous]] with [[CASE]] to protect against an ammunition explosion.<ref name="TRO:3067p56"/> | + | The '''''Stiletto''''' was engineered in a similar vein as the ''[[Black Hawk-KU]]'' or the ''[[Rakshasa]]'', using examples of ''[[Fire Falcon]]'' [[OmniMech]]s salvaged from the battlefield immediately following the [[Jade Falcon Incursion (3058)|Battle of Coventry]]. Not only does the ''Stiletto'' have an identical speed profile as the ''Fire Falcon'', thanks to a [[VOX 280]] [[light engine]] giving it a top speed of 129.6 km/h, but it also has an almost identical visual profile to the 'Mech which it tries to emulate. Supporting this is a lightweight [[MatherTech 750]] [[endo steel]] chassis that supports six tons of [[Lexington Ltd. High Grade]] [[ferro-fibrous]] with [[CASE]] to protect against an ammunition explosion.<ref name="TRO:3067p56">''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 56–57: "STO-4A Stiletto"</ref> |
== Weapons and Equipment == | == Weapons and Equipment == | ||
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== Variants == | == Variants == | ||
| − | *; STO-4B : Designed in [[Introduction Year::3063]]<ref name="MUL2"/> as a response to criticism over the 4A variant's ammunition dependence, the 4B removes all of the missile weapons and replaces them with a single [[ER large laser]] and two [[ER medium laser]]s. A [[flamer]] rounds out the arsenal on the 4B, making the 'Mech highly effective against unarmored infantry. BV (1.0) = 936<ref name="COp132"/> BV (2.0) = 1,164<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 86</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5131/ MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-4B variant]''</ref> | + | *; STO-4B : Designed in [[Introduction Year::3063]]<ref name="MUL2"/> as a response to criticism over the 4A variant's ammunition dependence, the 4B removes all of the missile weapons and CASE and replaces them with a single [[ER large laser]] and two [[ER medium laser]]s. A [[flamer]] rounds out the arsenal on the 4B, making the 'Mech highly effective against unarmored infantry.<ref name=TRJp62f /> BV (1.0) = 936<ref name="COp132"/> BV (2.0) = 1,164<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 86</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5131/ MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-4B variant]''</ref> |
*; STO-4C : This variant, developed in [[Introduction Year::3076]]<ref name="MUL3"/>, replaces the standard weaponry with a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s and an [[MML-5]]. It also adds additional armor to round out its tonnage. BV (2.0) = 941<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 87</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5666/stiletto-sto-4c/ MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-4C variant]''</ref> | *; STO-4C : This variant, developed in [[Introduction Year::3076]]<ref name="MUL3"/>, replaces the standard weaponry with a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s and an [[MML-5]]. It also adds additional armor to round out its tonnage. BV (2.0) = 941<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 87</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5666/stiletto-sto-4c/ MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-4C variant]''</ref> | ||
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== Related BattleMechs == | == Related BattleMechs == | ||
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* ''[[Fire Falcon]]'' - The 'Mech was conceived from captured ''Fire Falcon'' OmniMechs. | * ''[[Fire Falcon]]'' - The 'Mech was conceived from captured ''Fire Falcon'' OmniMechs. | ||
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Stilett'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''STL-4A'''. | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Stilett'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''STL-4A'''. | ||
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| + | * The [[apocryphal]] [[BattleMech#Ultralight|ultralight]] 'Mech [[Stiletto (StarDrive)|STL-7D ''Stiletto'']] published in [[StarDrive]] magazine in 1988 shares the name, but is an unrelated design otherwise. | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | ||
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[[Category:BattleMechs|Stiletto]] | [[Category:BattleMechs|Stiletto]] | ||
[[Category:Light BattleMechs|Stiletto]] | [[Category:Light BattleMechs|Stiletto]] | ||
Latest revision as of 22:17, 23 March 2024
- This article is about the 35-ton BattleMech. For other uses, see Stiletto.
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| Stiletto | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Coventry Metal Works[1] |
| Production Year | 3061[2] |
| Model | STO-4A[1] |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 5,167,125 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | MatherTech 750 [endo steel] |
| Armor | Lexington Ltd. High Grade Ferro-Fibrous with CASE |
| Engine | VOX 280 Light Engine |
| Communications System | Cyclops 14 with Guardian ECM suite |
| Targeting Tracking System | Cyclops-Beagle |
| Heat Sinks | 10 double |
| Speed | 129 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 746[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 859[1][2][4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Stiletto was engineered in a similar vein as the Black Hawk-KU or the Rakshasa, using examples of Fire Falcon OmniMechs salvaged from the battlefield immediately following the Battle of Coventry. Not only does the Stiletto have an identical speed profile as the Fire Falcon, thanks to a VOX 280 light engine giving it a top speed of 129.6 km/h, but it also has an almost identical visual profile to the 'Mech which it tries to emulate. Supporting this is a lightweight MatherTech 750 endo steel chassis that supports six tons of Lexington Ltd. High Grade ferro-fibrous with CASE to protect against an ammunition explosion.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Stiletto is armed for both long and short range combat. For close combat, the Stiletto has two Coventry T4H Streak SRM-2 launchers while long range combat is handled by a single Coventry Five-Tube LRM-5 launcher that makes the Stiletto capable of both direct and indirect missile support. The weapons payload of the Stiletto has received some criticism, as the 'Mech carries only one ton of LRM and Streak ammunition, rendering it defenseless once these are depleted. The Stiletto also has a Guardian ECM suite which protects the 'Mech from advanced electronic warfare equipment.[5]
Variants[edit]
- STO-4B
- Designed in 3063[6] as a response to criticism over the 4A variant's ammunition dependence, the 4B removes all of the missile weapons and CASE and replaces them with a single ER large laser and two ER medium lasers. A flamer rounds out the arsenal on the 4B, making the 'Mech highly effective against unarmored infantry.[1] BV (1.0) = 936[3] BV (2.0) = 1,164[7][6]
- STO-6X
- An experimental model from Coventry Metal Works fielded in 3078 that has a BattleMech turret on both side torsos, which, together, contain four ER medium lasers. A supercharger and Bloodhound active probe in the center and right torsos complete the picture. Another noteworthy feature of this variant is that it mounts fully functional arms and hands. BV(2.0) = 1,192[10][11]
- STO-6S
- This Stiletto is the production variant of the STO-6X introduced in 3083. The weapons, armor, and Bloodhound active probe all remain unchanged, but the engine supercharger has been exchanged for a Guardian ECM suite. This allows the Stiletto to interfere with the electronic systems commonly used by the Word of Blake. BV (2.0) = 1,171[12][13]
- FRF-A
- This MechCommander variant of the Stiletto is armed with three LRM racks and one ST SR missile pack. It carries eight tons of armor protection and an intermediate sensor.
- FRF-W
- This variant carries six tons of armor and more weapons. It is armed with one large pulse laser, two LRM racks, and an intermediate sensor.
- FRF-J
- The FRF-J has the same armament as the FRF-A and six tons of armor. Its jump jets allow it to jump up to 134 meters.
Design Quirks[edit]
The STO-4A Stiletto has the following Design Quirks:[14]
The STO-6S Stiletto has the following Design Quirks:[12]
Related BattleMechs[edit]
- Fire Falcon - The 'Mech was conceived from captured Fire Falcon OmniMechs.
Notes[edit]
- The Stiletto was first deployed on Port Arthur and used by the First Davion Guards against Clan Smoke Jaguar.[citation needed]
- During the FedCom Civil War, Duke Frederick Bradford, noble ruler of Coventry, refused to deliver Stilettoes to any unit that supported Archon Katherine Steiner-Davion.[citation needed]
- The Stiletto appears in FASA Interactive's expansion pack for MechCommander, Desperate Measures. Desperate Measures was released in 1999, three years before the Stiletto's canon appearance in Technical Readout: 3067.
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Stilett. The model code was accordingly changed to STL-4A.
- The apocryphal ultralight 'Mech STL-7D Stiletto published in StarDrive magazine in 1988 shares the name, but is an unrelated design otherwise.
Gallery[edit]
Original Stiletto from FM:LA
STO-4A Stiletto from TRO:3067
Experimental STO-6X Stiletto from XTRO:Steiner
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Technical Readout: Jihad, pp. 62–63: "STO-4A Stiletto"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online entry for the Stiletto (BattleMech)
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Combat Operations, p. 132: "Force Faction Tables"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 85
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Technical Readout: 3067, pp. 56–57: "STO-4A Stiletto"
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-4B variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 86
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-4C variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 87
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Steiner, p. 3: "STO-6X Stiletto"
- ↑ MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-6X variant
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 103: "STO-6S Stiletto"
- ↑ MUL online entry for the Stiletto STO-6S variant
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 95: BattleMech Quirk Table - Stiletto Entry.